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Auto Financeby StaffJune 18, 2018

Dealer Solutions North America Opens Offices in U.S.

The Toronto-based mergers-and-acquisitions firm has advised on the closing of more than 160 dealerships in deals worth more than $3 billion. Its expansion into the U.S. market will be led by industry veteran Russell Hill.

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F&Iby Gregory ArroyoJune 14, 2018

Fed Reserve Approves Second Rate Hike of 2018

For the seventh time since 2015, the Federal Reserve increased the Federal Funds Rate a quarter percentage. Cox Automotive economists say higher interest rates and tighter credit have already led to softening retail demand, noting that further rate increases will impact all corners of the car business.

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F&Iby StaffJune 14, 2018

Dealer M&A Fueled by Healthy Economy, New Investors

The latest Blue Sky Report from Kerrigan Advisors credits an expanding pool of dealership buyers and investors with helping to sustain values, and a growing number of groups hitting the market for driving activity and consolidation.

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Digitalby StaffJune 14, 2018

NextGear Adds Dealer Auditing Tool

NextGear Capital’s new self-reconciliation tool tackles a key dealer pain point in the auditing process.

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Auto Financeby StaffJune 13, 2018

Edmunds: Used-Vehicle Prices Hit Record High in Q1

Although shoppers continue to flock toward pricier trucks and SUVs, steadily rising gas prices are beginning to stimulate consumer demand and increase residual values for smaller vehicles.

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F&Iby StaffJune 13, 2018

ADESA Canada Names New Vice President of Dealer Sales

The firm named Steve Langdon, who joined the KAR family 15 years ago, to the role. The more than 20-year industry veteran will be responsible for implementing the ADESA Canada dealer sales strategy and promoting KAR’s integrated digital, mobile and physical auction services.

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F&Iby StaffJune 13, 2018

SpringboardAuto to Power Online Financing Experience for Banks

SpringStack is an end-to-end auto finance platform designed to power a direct-to-consumer online experience for banks and other finance sources. It supports multiple financing product options and offers real-time loan configuration, document upload, vehicle valuation and pricing, electronic signature and more.

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F&Iby StaffJune 13, 2018

Manheim Opens New Recon Center Near Silicon Valley

Located at Manheim San Francisco Bay, the auction provider’s new retail reconditioning center was designed to serve clients’ growing and diverse needs.

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F&Iby StaffJune 13, 2018

Industry Summit 2018 to Feature Technology Shootout

Set for mid-October in Orlando, this year’s Industry Summit will include several new features and events, including the inaugural Technology Shootout.

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Digitalby StaffJune 13, 2018

Singlethread: Communication Builds Service Retention

Singlethread makes the case for equipping the entire service department team with advanced communication, inspection, and reporting tools to speed up the repair process and improve customer service.

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